About Us

Breaking Barriers

Building a Supportive Community

 

Founded in 2023 in honor of Michael Anthony Robertson, Michael’s Active Recovery is dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey to overcome substance use disorders. Our mission encompasses providing essential resources, advancing public education, raising awareness about addiction, challenging stigma, and fostering a community that promotes recovery. This dedication is evident in our initiatives, such as the 1st Mile Active Recovery Center, the Recovery Scholarship, and the forthcoming Recovery Residence, all designed to make a positive impact on lives affected by addiction.

 

The board members of Michael’s Active Recovery are a diverse group of professionals, mental health specialists, and individuals in long-term recovery. Their responsibilities include organizing fundraisers, staffing, selecting scholarship recipients, managing organizational growth and new programs, writing grants, and overseeing the development of policies and procedures.

Michael's Story

Turning Tragedy Into Positive Change

 

This is his story, one of love, struggle, and the dire need for better resources and support for those battling addiction and mental health disorders. 

 

Michael Anthony Robertson was only 22 when he died from a drug overdose, alone in his car nearly 1,000 miles from home. He had to seek recovery in Richmond, Virginia, due to the unavailability of immediate treatment options in Maine. Despite his clear desire to live and plans for the future, he became one of the 107,543 overdose victims in 2023. Michael's story highlights the critical need for better addiction and mental health support. In his memory, we fight for improved resources and compassionate care to prevent other families from experiencing such devastating loss.

Meet Our

Board of Directors

Danielle Forino

Joey Ouellette

Chelsea Munson

Corrinna Thibodeau

Erik Lamoreau,

LADC, CCS

Claire Nichols

Ryan Remalia